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How are helmets rated? 

Helmets are rated from 1 to 5 stars based on their individual test performance results. The results are ranked and weighted on their importance in reducing the risk of head and brain injuries in a crash.

Crash protection ratingsWeighting
Oblique impact energy management32%
Energy reduction in a high-speed crash14%
Energy reduction in a low-speed crash14%
Energy reduction in a standard speed crash14%
Helmet's ability to minimise the rotation of the helmet in a crash6%
Helmet coverage6%
Strength of the retention system6%
Helmet ability to distribute crash loading evenly8%

Find more technical information in our Helmet STAR Scoring Protocols and Rules.